Chapter 61

• Zarek stepped closer, the corners of his mouth curling into an amused smirk. “A friend? He looks like quite the adorable little fellow.” He kneeled down, bringing himself to Adam’s eye level, his smile wide and disarming. “What are you doing here who is your father?”
• Adam’s gaze hardened as he assessed the man in front of him. He recognized the danger lurking beneath Zarek’s polished facade. This was the man who had plans to destroy his home, the one whose ambitions threatened everything he held dear. “Why do you want to know?” he shot back defiantly, his small voice firm.
• Zarek chuckled, his tone smooth and patronizing. “Just making friendly conversation. It’s important to know those who live in my territory.” He tilted his head slightly, pretending to study Adam. “Tell me, what do you like most about Ashwood?”